Well, after weeks of reviewing the specs. for the Kodiak 450, Eiger & Foreman, I made a decision and bought one today, Thurs. But, before I made my final decision, I decided to see the ATV's in person, sit on them and see which one is most comfortable to me. I sat on the Kodiak 450 first, great machine, in fact that is the one I wanted. But, I didn't pick the Kodiak 450 because it seemed to small for me, it was as if I was sitting in a Toyota Corolla (compact in size). So, I moved to the Suzuki Eiger 400, Wow! a big bike, great feel, but it lacked a fan behind the oil radiator or water radiator, and the 4WD switch, I felt, was a bit cheap as well as no guard in front of the Speedometer for protection. Then I moved on to the Foreman! Man, awesome bike as well! I love the Electric Shift, basically, an all around wonderful bike, but not as comfortable to me, or the feel wasn't right! And the ground clearance could become an issue. Surprisely, it seemed small, but bigger than the Kodiak 450. So, my choice, I ended up purchasing a Yamaha Grizzly 660, Tan colored! How about that for a 360! I paid $6132.50. So, how did I do? Was it a good choice? I didn't really research the specs on the grizzly much, since I felt it was out of my budget! I hope it's a beauty, because I plan to have it along time!

Thanks to all on this site for the info, and guidance!

 

but it lacked a fan behind the oil radiator or water radiator

There's a 6" fan that's well shielded back behind the oil cooler, It is hard to see.

Good luck with the Griz. A little different than what you were originally looking for but lots more machine.

Jaybee

 

hey smokinbarrel, I must say that you made a fine choice on your machine. I think you'll really like your Grizzly. I love mine and have no complaints. Given the fact that I paid $7000 for mine, I'd say you got a sweet deal. I guess that geographic related pricing doesn't only pertain to houses. Now, if I may make a couple of suggestions.........first, when you can afford it, buy a better set of tires. I ditched my stockers for a set of ITP 589's and it was a wise decision. I can go through stuff now that I couldn't even think of going through with the stock tires. Second, you may think about buying some wheel spacers to gain a little stability on sidehills. The Grizz is a little top heavy and benefits greatly from wider tires and wheel spacers. I have 26-9-12 fronts and 26-12-12 rears on mine with 1" spacers and they made alot of difference in stability. Go to highlifter.com for wheel spacers. One warning......don't try doing any doughnuts on it. Machines with IRS don't take kindly to it, as I realized while flying through the air without my quad after being pitched off trying to do a doughnut. Ride safe, bro'.

 

P.S.

I'll be up in your neck of the woods (30 minutes south of Columbia to be exact) in November for a hunting trip. You're more than welcome to come out hunting and riding with us if you have the chance.

 

Yamaguy, when I read your reply, I thought it was me talking! I'm in Tampa, considering the same machines and have a hunting trip scheduled in South Carolina the first week in November! We probably shopped the same places and hunt the same places. Do you ever ride your bike at Croom, or do you hate crowds? I'd like to hear where you got the best price on a Grizzly. I'm new to this forum and don't know if you can send PM's, if not, respond and I'll send you my e-mail addy. Thanks![img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif[/img]

 

hey old dog, I tried sending you a P.M., but something went wrong, so I'll just type it here. Yea, I ride at Croom periodically. Me and my buddies ride at Croom and also ride the dirt bikes at various mx tracks around Florida. I bought my Grizz at Barney's Yamaha in Brandon. I'm pretty tight with the guys over there, so when you get ready to buy your atv, let me know and I'll talk to them and see if I can get them to beat any other dealer's prices.......no promises, but I'll try. Gotta go, talk to ya' later.

 

Yamaguy- Actually, I'll be 30 minutes North of Columbia, gun hunting I assume! Actually, I'd like ride with you guys! If it isn't the first weekend of gun season, I could go the second weekend of gun season.

 

Where did you end up buying it at?

Thanks!

 

MPMAN- ProCycle, Springfield, MO.

 

Cool....as soon as I get my trailer hitch the rest of the way installed, that is where I am heading. I think I will try the one in Columbia first since it is closer to me. (Lake of the Ozarks)

Hope you enjoy your new quad!!!! Keep us posted.

Thanks!

Mpman21